Rumtopf Traditional German Fruit Preserve Beverage
Invite the rich flavors of Germany into your home with this Rumtopf Traditional German Fruit Preserve Beverage, a time-honored recipe that combines the sweetness of ripe summer fruits with the warmth of spiced rum. Layers of strawberries, cherries, peaches, plums, and pears are sprinkled with sugar and infused with aromatic cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla bean, then submerged in dark spiced rum to create a lusciously boozy fruit preserve. Perfect for entertaining, this versatile and indulgent treat requires minimal effort and enhances in flavor as it matures over weeks. Serve it as a decadent topping for ice cream or pound cake, mix it into cocktails for a fruity twist, or enjoy it straight for a taste of authentic German hospitality. Bursting with seasonal flavors and festive charm, this recipe is both a visual and culinary delight that’s ideal for holidays or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh strawberries
- 500 grams Fresh cherries (pitted)
- 500 grams Fresh peaches (pitted and sliced)
- 500 grams Fresh plums (pitted and sliced)
- 500 grams Fresh pears (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1000 grams Granulated sugar
- 1500 milliliters Dark spiced rum (at least 54% alcohol by volume)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 1 piece Vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped)
Instructions
Clean and prepare all fruits. Remove stems, pits, and stones as indicated in the ingredient list. Slice the fruits as necessary.
Take a large ceramic or glass jar with a lid (one that can hold at least 6 liters) and ensure it’s clean and dry.
Add your first layer of fruit (e.g., strawberries) to the jar. Weigh the fruit as you add it, and for every 500 grams of fruit, sprinkle 250 grams of granulated sugar over the top.
Let the fruit and sugar sit for 1-2 hours, allowing the sugar to dissolve slightly and create a syrup.
Pour enough dark spiced rum into the jar to completely submerge the fruit layer. Ensure there are no exposed pieces of fruit, as this can lead to spoilage.
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, and split vanilla bean to the jar for extra flavor. Push the spices under the liquid if possible.
Repeat the layering process as more fruits come into season throughout the summer/early autumn. Each time a new fruit is added, sprinkle the appropriate amount of sugar and top off with more rum to submerge everything.
Seal the jar with its lid or with plastic wrap and store it in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks after the final layer is added.
Stir gently (without breaking the fruit) to distribute flavors every 1-2 weeks, if desired.
Once the Rumtopf has matured and the flavors have melded, serve it as a dessert topping, mix it into drinks, or enjoy it as-is in small servings. It pairs well with vanilla ice cream or pound cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1307.2 g | 475% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.3 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 1231.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 4249 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
